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It's the day before Thanksgiving, and if you're planning a "cousin walk" after the turkey hits the table, you're not alone—mainstream media is finally catching on to what cannabis enthusiasts have known for years.

This week: groundbreaking research shows cannabis users drink significantly less alcohol, new studies link marijuana sales to a 16% drop in opioid prescriptions, and Congress scrambles to save the hemp industry from a looming federal ban. Plus, our holiday gift guide has you covered for the cannabis lover on your list.

Here's what's making news...

As More Americans Choose Marijuana Over Alcohol, Mainstream Media Notices The 'Cousin Walk' Thanksgiving Tradition

For the cannabis community, a Thanksgiving “cousin walk”—an annual outing where younger adults take a break and share a joint before the holiday feast—has been around for years. But if you... CONTINUE...

Weed smokers are grateful for ‘Green Wednesday’ this Thanksgiving

The day before Thanksgiving is the second-largest day for cannabis sales in the US. Here’s why families are toking together... CONTINUE...

People Drink 'Significantly Less Alcohol' After Smoking Marijuana, Federally Funded Study Shows

Federally funded study reveals smoking marijuana reduces alcohol consumption by up to 27%, supporting cannabis as a... CONTINUE...

2025 Cannabis Gear Gift Guide: Dab Rigs, Vapes, Glass, and Accessories

Thoughtfully curated cannabis gifts from trusted brands. Shop dab rigs, vape tech, grow equipment, and functional art that delivers real value this holiday. CONTINUE...

Congressional Democratic Lawmakers Weigh Plans To Save Hemp Industry From Looming Federal Ban

Minnesota congressional Democrats are committing to preventing the collapse of the hemp industry after lawmakers passed a CONTINUE...

‘California Sober’: Cannabis Use Reduces Alcohol Consumption by 27%

Smoking cannabis before drinking can significantly curb how much people choose to drink, according to... CONTINUE...

Canada collected over $5.4B in cannabis tax revenue since legalization | CBC News

Ottawa and the provinces raked in more than $5.4 billion in cannabis tax revenue since the drug was legalized for... CONTINUE...

Your gut is getting high too: the surprising cannabis-microbiome connection

Did you know your gut may play a role in how THC and CBD work in your body? Learn about the surprising cannabis microbiome connection... CONTINUE...

Hemp-derived cannabinoid regulation changes to take effect in Tennessee in January

The Ternnessee Deapratmetn of Agraculture (TDA) has announced that... CONTINUE...

Virginia Lawmakers To Unveil Marijuana Sales Legalization Plan They Want To Pass In 2026 Under New Governor

“There’s going to be a lot of new and interesting programs and good stuff in there that will help create a well-regulated market that’s going to be good for everybody.” By Markus Schmidt, Virginia Mercury After four years of stalled efforts and repeated vetoes from outgoing Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R), Virginia lawmakers now see a […] CONTINUE...

Researchers find CBD might help protect livers of heavy drinkers

Researchers said a study of more than 66,000 U.S. adults found heavy drinkers who also used cannabis were less likely to develop liver disease. CONTINUE...

Michigan weed industry fights state in court over 24% tax

Michigan’s recreational marijuana industry and the state squared off in court Tuesday in the first hearing over a new 24% wholesale tax that will be... CONTINUE...

Out-of-State Backers Can Challenge Rhode Island Marijuana Rules

A federal district court erred when it ruled that California and Florida growers couldn’t challenge Rhode Island’s scheme for selling recreational marijuana. It was the... CONTINUE...

The role of SSR markers in the identification of cannabis cultivars

Standardized methods for distinguishing high-THC Cannabis sativa L. genotype versus chemotype of cultivars remain limited, posing challenges if you... CONTINUE...

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